Popliteus Muscle: Pain And Stiffness Behind The Knee
The popliteus muscle contributes to pain and stiffness behind the knee. The muscle is particularly affected by PCL injury and repair surgery.
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Plantaris Muscle: Back Of The Knee Pain
The plantaris muscle is a very small muscle located behind the knee. It contributes to pain behind the knee and is occasionally involved in cramps in the calf.
Pronator Teres Muscle Pain
The pronator teres muscle is located in the front of the forearm. It can contribute to pain in the wrist near the thumb. Pain is often felt in the thumb pad and can extend up into the forearm. Cupping the hand can become almost impossible… Read More »Pronator Teres Muscle Pain
Extensor Carpi Radialis Brevis Muscle Pain
The extensor carpi radialis brevis muscle is located in the back of the forearm on the side of the thumb. It contributes to a burning pain in the back of the hand that sometimes extends up to the forearm. Twisting the wrist can cause excruciating… Read More »Extensor Carpi Radialis Brevis Muscle Pain
Supinator Muscle Pain
The supinator muscle is located on the thumb side of the elbow. It can contribute to pain in the elbow, forearm, and back of the hand at the base of the thumb. It can also contribute to numbness and tingling in the thumb side of… Read More »Supinator Muscle Pain
Coracobrachialis Muscle Pain
The coracobrachialis muscle connects the shoulder to the upper arm. It can contribute to pain in the shoulder, back of the arm, and occasionally the middle finger. Pain is often felt when attempting to put your hand behind your back and or raising your arm… Read More »Coracobrachialis Muscle Pain